Tourette syndrome

                                        Tourette syndrome

    Tourette syndrome is a common neuropsychiatric disorder with onset in childhood, characterized by multiple motor tics and at least one vocal(phonic) tic. These tics an unwanted urge or sensation in the affected muscles. Some common tics are eye blinking, coughing, throat clearing, sniffing, and facial movements. Tourette's does not adversely affect intelligence or life expectancy. 

  Tourette's syndrome is a problem with the nervous system that causes people to make sudden movements or sounds, someone with Tourette's might blink or clear their throat over and over again. Some people may blurt out words they don't intend to say. Treatment can control tics, but some people don't need any unless their symptoms really bother them. 

 About 100,000 Americans have full-blown Tourette's syndrome, but more people have a milder form of the disease. It often starts in childhood and more boys than girls get it. Symptoms often get better as children grow up. For some people, they go away completely. 

Causes: 

 Tourette's has been linked to different parts of the brain, including an area called the basal ganglia, which helps control body movements. The difference there may affect nerve cells and the chemicals that carry messages between them. Researchers think the trouble in this brain network may play a role in Tourette's. Don't know exactly what causes these problems in the brain, but genes probably play a role. It's likely that there is more than one cause. People who have family members with Tourette's are more likely to get it themselves. But people in the same family may have different symptoms. 

Pathophysiology: 

 The exact mechanism affecting the inherited vulnerability to Tourette's has not been established and the precise cause is unknown. Tics are believed to result from dysfunction in cortical and subcortical regions the thalamus, basal ganglia and frontal cortex. Neuroanatomic models implicate failures in circuits connecting the brain's cortex and subcortex, and imaging techniques implicate the basal ganglia and frontal cortex. 

  After 2010, the central role of histamine and the H3-receptor came into focus on the pathophysiology of Tourette syndrome. Also, the striatum is involved because of histamine and the H3- receptor are key modulators of striatal circuitry. Studies suggest that a reduced level of histamine in the H3- receptor is an important link in the neurotransmitters, which causes the tics.  

Symptoms:

 The main symptom is tics. Some are so mild they are not even noticeable. Others happen often and are obvious. Stress, excitement, or being sick or tired can make them worse. The more severe ones can be embarrassing and can affect your social life or work.

They are two types of tics. 

Motor tics involve movement. they include: 

. Arm or head jerk
. Blinking
. Make a face
. Mouth twitching 
. Shoulder shrugging

Vocal tics include: 

. Barking or yelping.. Clearing your throat 
. Coughing. 
. Grunting 
. Repeating what someone else says
. Shouting 
. Sniffing
. Swearing 

 Tics can be simple or complex. A simple tic affects one or just a few parts of the body, like blinking the eyes or making a face. A complex one involves many parts of the body or saying words. Jumping and swearing are examples. 

 Before a motor tic, you may get a sensation that can feel like a tingle or tension. The movement makes the sensation go away. You might be able to hold your tics back for a little while, but you probably can't stop them from happening. Aren't sure why, but about half of people with Tourette's also have symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). You may have trouble paying attention, sitting still, and finishing tasks. 

Tourette's can also cause problems with: 

. Anxiety 
. Learning disabilities such as dyslexia
. Obsessive-compulsive disorders(OCD)- thoughts and behaviors you can't control, like washing your hands over and over again. 

Diagnosed: 

 Tourette syndrome is a diagnosis that doctors make after verifying that the patient has had both motor and vocal tics for at least 1 year. The existence of other neurological or psychiatric conditions can also help doctors arrive at a diagnosis. Common tics are not often misdiagnosed by knowledgeable clinicians. However, atypical symptoms or atypical presentations (for example, the onset of symptoms in adulthood) may require specific specialty expertise for diagnosis. There are no blood, laboratory, or imaging tests needed for diagnosis. In rare cases, neuroimaging studies, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computerized tomography(CT), electroencephalogram(EEG) studies, or certain blood test may be used to rule out other conditions that might be confused with Tourette syndrome when the history or clinical examination is atypical. 

  It is not common for patients to obtain a formal diagnosis of Tourette syndrome only after symptoms have been present for some time. The reasons for this are many, for families and physicians unfamiliar with Tourette syndrome, mild and even moderate tic symptoms may be considered inconsequential, part of a developmental phase, or the result of another condition. For example, parents may think that eye blinking is related to vision problems or that sniffing is related to seasonal allergies. Many patients are self-diagnosed after they, their parents, other relatives, or friends read or hear about Tourette syndrome from others. 

Prognosis: 

 Regardless of symptoms severity, individuals with Tourette's have a normal lifespan. Although the symptoms may be lifelong and chronic for some, the condition is not degenerative or life-threatening. Intelligence is normal in those with Tourette's, although there may learning disabilities. The severity of tics early in life does not predict tic severity in later life, and the prognosis is generally favorable, although there is no reliable of predicting the outcome for a particular individual. Several studies have demonstrated that the condition in most children improves with maturity. Tics may be at their highest severity at the time that they are diagnosed and often improve with an understanding of the condition by individuals and their families and friends. The statistical age of highest tic severity is typically between eight and twelve, with most individuals experiencing steadily declining tic severity as they pass through adolescence. One study showed no correlation with tic severity and the onset of puberty, in contrast with tic severity and the onset of puberty, in contrast with the popular belief that tics increase at puberty. 

Epidemiology: 

 Tourette syndrome is found among all social, racial and ethnic groups and has been reported in all parts of the world it is three to four times more frequent among males than females. As children pass through adolescence, about one-quarter become tic-free, almost one-half see their tics diminish to a minimal or mild, and less than one-quarter have persistent tics. Only 5 to 14% of adults experience worse tics in adulthood than in childhood. 

 Up to 1% of the overall population experiences tic disorders, including chronic tics and transient tics of childhood. Chronic tics affect 5% of children, and transient tics affect up to 20%, prevalence rates in special education populations are higher. the reported prevalence of Tourette syndrome varies according to the source, age, and sex of the sample, the ascertainment procedures; and diagnostic system, with a range, reported between 4% and 3.8% for children ages 5 to 18. Robertson(2011) says that 1% of school-age children have Tourette syndrome. 

History:

 In 1885, Gilles de la Tourette published an account in the study of a Nervous Affliction describing nine persons with "convulsive tic disorder", concluding that a new clinical category should be defined. The eponym was later bestowed by Charcot after on behalf of Gilles de la Tourette. 
  Little progress was made over the next century in explaining or treating tics, and a psychogenic view prevailed well into 20th century. The possibility that movement disorders, including Tourette syndrome, might have an organic origin was raised when an encephalitis epidemic from 1918-1926 led to a subsequent epidemic of tic disorders. 

Management: 

  Knowledge, education, and understanding are uppermost in management plans for tic disorders. The management of the symptoms of Tourette's may include pharmacological, behavioral and psychological therapies. Because children with tics often present to physicians when their tics are most severe, and because of the waxing and waning nature of tics, it is recommended that medication not is started immediately or changed often. Frequently the tics subside with explanation, reassurance, understanding of the condition and a supportive environment. When medication is used, the goal is not to eliminate symptoms. It should be used at the lowest possible dose that manages symptoms for which they were prescribed. 

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: 

 Is a useful treatment when OCD is present, and there is increasing evidence supporting the use of the habit reversal(HRT) in the treatment of tics. There is evidence that HRT reduces tic severity, but there are methodological limitations in the studies, and a need for, more trained specialists and better large-scale studies. 

Relaxation techniques: 

 Such as exercise, yoga or meditation, may be useful in relieving the stress that may aggravate tics, but the majority of behavioral (such as relaxation training and biofeedback, with the exception of habit reversal) have not been systematically evaluated and are not empirically supported therapies for Tourette's. Deep brain stimulation has been used to treat adults with severe Tourette's that does not respond to conventional treatment, but it is regarded as an invasive, experimental procedure that is unlikely to become widespread. 

Homeopathic Rubrics for Tourette's syndrome: 

. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the: 
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, face, to the
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, folding hands
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, hasty
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, head, to the 
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, knitting, as if
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, lifting up hands
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, spinning together
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, throwing about
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, throwing about, overhead
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the, waving in the air
. Mind; GESTURES, makes, motions, involuntary, of the
. Mind; HURRY; movements, in 
. Mind; restlessness, nervousness;
. Mind; restlessness, nervousness; from conversation
. Mind; restlessness, nervousness; in children
. Eye; Close, involuntary
. Eye; Close, involuntary, left, with a headache
. Eye; Close, involuntary, walking in open air, while
. Eye; MOVEMENT, eyeballs involuntary
. Eye, STARING, general involuntary

Homeopathic remedies for Tourette's syndrome:

Hyoscyamus Niger:
 Extremities, picking at bedclothes, play with hand, reaches out for things. Epileptic attacks ending in deep sleep, spasms and convulsions. Cramps in calves and toes. Child sobs and cries without waking. 

Stramonium:
 Extremities: Graceful, rhythmic motions. Convulsions of upper extremities and of isolated groups of muscles. Chorea; spasms partial, constantly changing(tetanus, trismus). Violent pain in left hip. Trembling, twitching of tendons. staggering gait(locomotor ataxia). 

Nux-Vom: 
  Eys, photophobia, worse in the morning. Smarting dry sensation in the inner canthi. Infra-orbital neuralgia, with watering of eyes. Optic. 

Opium:
  Face: Red, bloated, swollen, dark, suffused, hot. Looks intoxicated, besotted. Spasmodic facial twitching especially at the corners of the mouth. Veins of face distended. Hanging down to lower jaw. Distorted. 

Agaricus: 
  Eyes: Reading difficult, as type seems to move, swim. Vibrating specters. Diplopia, dim and flickering. Asthenopia from the prolonged strain, spasm of accommodation. Twitching of lids and eyeballs. Margins of lids red, itch, burn and agglutinate. Inner canthi very red.
Face: Facial muscles feel stiff; twitch; face itches and burns. Lancinating, tearing pain in cheeks, as of splinters. Neuralgia, as if cold needles ran through the nerves or sharp pieces of ice touched them. 

Calcaneal spurs (Calcium spurs)

                    Calcaneal spurs (Calcium spurs)

    A heel spur is a calcium deposit causing a bony protrusion on the underside of the heel bone. On an X-ray, a heel spur can extend forward by as much as a half-inch. Without visible X-ray evidence, the condition is sometimes known as  "heel spur syndrome". 

  The abnormal stress placed on the attachment of the plantar fascia to the heel usually causes pain, inflammation, and swelling. If this process continues, the plantar fascia partially tears away from the heel. The body will fill this torn area with calcium, developing it as a bone, resulting in a heel spur. Constant abnormal pulling of the plantar fascia irritates the heel bone and the body lays down a bone spur as a protective mechanism. The projection or growth of bone may be called a spur and it grows where the muscles of the foot attach to the bone. While some heel spur is painless, others that are determined are the cause of chronic heel pain and any required treatment or surgical removal. 

 When small tears occur, a very amount of bleeding may occur. Pain experienced in the bottom of the heel is not produced by the presence of the spur. The pain is due to excessive tension of the plantar fascia as it tears from its attachment into the heel bone and not from the spur. Heel spur formation is secondary to the excessive pull of the plantar fascia. May people have heel spurs at the attachment of the plantar fascia without having any symptoms or pain. The Spurs may not appear on X-ray of patients with acute heel pain. Conversely, heel spurs of all sizes are often seen on X-rays of patients who do not have any heel pain. If a spur exists, it is only a shelf of bone rather than a small, sharp protrusion. Therefore, initial treatment is direst at decreasing the pulling and tightness of the plantar fascia and supporting the fascia during weight- bearing to decrease inflammation. If a nerve is initiated by the spur or inflamed due to swollen fascia the pain may radiate into the arch of the ankle. 

   Although heel spurs are often painless, they can cause heel pain. They are frequently associated with plantar fasciitis, a painful inflammation of the fibrous band of connective tissue (plantar fascia) that runs along the bottom of the foot and connects the heel bone to the ball of the foot. Treatment for heel spurs and associated conditions include exercise, custom-made orthotics, anti-inflammatory medications, and cortisone injections. If conservative treatments fail, surgery may be necessary. 

Causes of Heel Spurs: 

 Heel spurs occur when calcium deposits build up on the underside of the heel bone, a process that usually occurs over a period of many months. Heel spurs are often caused by strains on foot muscles and ligaments, stretching of the plantar fascia, and repeated tearing of the membrane that covers the heel bone. Heel spurs are especially common among athletes whose activities include large amounts of running and jumping. 

Risk factors for Heel Spurs include: 

. Walking gait abnormalities, which place excessive stress on the heel bone. Ligaments, and nerves near the heel
. Running or jogging, especially on hard surfaces 
. Poorly fitted or badly worn shoes, especially those lacking appropriate arch support
. Excess weight and obesity

Other risk factors associated with plantar include: 

 . Increasing age, which decreases plantar fascia flexibility and thins the heel protective fat pad
. Diabetes
. Spending most of the day on one's feet
. Frequent short bursts of physical activity
. Having either flat feet or high arches

Pathophysiology: 

 The specialized soft tissue at the heel functions as a shock absorber. The subcutaneous structure consists of fibrous lamellae arranged in a complex whole containing adipose tissues that attach to vertical fibers of the dermis and the plantar aponeurosis. 

 The heel can absorb 100% of the body's weight during walking and 200% of the body's weight during running. The plantar fascia is a multilayered fibroaponeurotic structure that arises predominantly from the medical calcaneal tuberosity and inserts distally through several slips into the plantar plates of the metatarsophalangeal joints, the flexor tendon sheaths, and the bases of the proximal phalanges of the toes. 

 Dorsiflexion of the toes applies traction stress at the origin of the plantar fascia. A contracture in the triceps surae, a pes cavus, or a pes planus can increase the traction load at the origin of the plantar fascia during weight-bearing activities. 

 Other anatomic factors that can have similar effects are overpronation, the discrepancy in leg length, excessive lateral tibial torsion, and excessive femoral anteversion. However, overuse, not anatomy, is the most common cause of plantar fasciitis in athletes. The pain of plantar fasciitis is caused by collagen degeneration associated with repetitive microtrauma to the plantar fascia.  

 An inflammatory response and reparative process can double the thickness of the plantar fascia, which is normally approximately 3mm. Biopsy specimens reveal collagen necrosis, angio- fibroblastic hyperplasia, chondroid metaplasia, and calcification. The heel pain can also have a neurologic basis. The tibial nerve, with nerve roots from L4-5 and S2-4, courses in the medial aspect of the hindfoot, through the tarsal tunnel, under the flexor retinaculum, and over the medial surface of the calcaneus. The calcaneal branch, arising directly from the tibial nerve, carries sensation from the medial and plantar heel dermis. 

The tibial nerve divides into lateral plantar nerves, which proceed into the plantar aspect of the foot through a foramen within the origin of the abductor hallucis muscles, which forms the distal tarsal tunnel. The first branch of the lateral plantar nerve changes courses from a vertical to a horizontal direction around the medial plantar heel. It passes deep to the abductor hallucis muscle fascia and the plantar fascia and is the nerve supply ot the abductor digit minimi. The tibial nerve and its branches in the hindfoot can be involved with compressive neuropathies. A valgus heel can stretch the tibial nerve. 

Symptoms of Heel Spurs: 

 Heel spurs often cause no symptoms, but heel spurs can be associated with intermittent or chronic pain, especially while walking, jogging, or running if inflammation develops at the points of the spur formation. In general, the cause of the pain is not the heel spur itself but the soft-tissue injury associated with it. 

 Many people describe the pain of heel spurs and plantar fasciitis as a knife or pin sticking into the bottom of their feet when they first stand up in the morning, a pain that later turns into a dull ache. They often complain that the sharp pain returns after they ants up after sitting for a prolonged period of time. 

Non-surgical Treatments of heel spurs: 

 The heel pain associated with heel spurs and plantar fasciitis may not respond well to rest. If you walk after a night's sleep, the pain may feel worse as the plantar fascia suddenly elongates, which stretches and pulls on the heel. The pain often decreases the more you walk, but you may feel a recurrence of pain after either prolonged rest or extensive walking. If you have heel pain that persists for more than one month, consult a healthcare provider. He or she may recommend conservative treatments such as: 
. Stretching exercises
. Shoe recommendations
. Taping or strapping to rest stressed muscles and tendons. 
. Shoe inserts or orthotic devices
. Physical therapy
. Night Splints 

 Heel pain may respond to treatment with over-the-counter medications such. as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen(Advil), or naproxen(Aleve).In many cases, a functional orthotic device can correct the causes of heel and arch pain such as biomechanical imbalances. In some cases, injection with a corticosteroid may be done to relieve inflammation in the area. 

Surgery for Heel Spurs: 

 More than 90 % of people get better with nonsurgical treatments. If conservation treatment fails to treat symptoms of heel spurs after a period of 9 to 12 months, surgery may be necessary to relieve pain and restore mobility. 

 Surgical techniques include:

. Release of the plantar fascia
. Removal of a spur

Pre-surgical tests or exam are required to identify optimal candidates, and it's important to observe post-surgical recommendations concerning rest, ice, compression, elevation of the foot, and when to place weight on the operated foot. In some cases, it may be necessary for patients to use bandages, splints, casts, surgical shoes, crutches, or canes after surgery. Possible complications of heel surgery include nerve pain, recurrent heel pain, permanent numbness of the area, infection, and scarring. In addition, with plantar fascia release, there is a risk of instability, foot cramps, stress fracture, and tendinitis.

Prevention of heel spurs: 

  You can prevent heel spurs by wearing well-fitting shoes with shock-absorbent soles, rigid shanks, and supportive heel counters, choosing appropriate shoes for each physical activity, warming up and doing stretching exercises before each activity, and pacing yourself during the activities. 

 Avoid wearing shoes with excessive wear on the heels and soles. If you are overweight, losing weight may also help prevent heel spurs.

 Pain in the heel not only restricts movement but the general discomfort of walking or standing also disturbs the whole persona of a person. The pain can be attributed to a medical condition knows as Calcaneal Spur. It refers to a sharp, pointed, horny outgrowth on the calcaneal bone present in the heel. The outgrowth is the build-up of calcium deposit on the heel bone. The reason behind calcaneal spur formation is repeated stress on the heels. When the heels are exposed to repeated stress, it leads to damage to muscle, ligaments, and fascia that covers the heel bone. As a result, the heels are exposed and become prone to trauma and formation of the calcaneal spur. People who are obese and athletes are prone to develop calcaneal spurs. Wearing of high heels and ill-fitting shoes also spur the formation of calcium deposits on the heel bone. 

 The main symptoms of the calcaneal spur is a pain in heel around the spur. The pain gets worse when a person steps on the ground after a period of inactivity especially in morning following a long rest. The pain increases while walking, running and standing. The character of pain may be described as sharp pain, dull pain or pain from pin-pricking. Homeopathic medicines offer a very safe and complete treatment of calcaneal Spur. The homeopathic medicines for calcaneal spur are made of natural substance and have no side effects. 

Homeopathic treatment for Calcaneal Spur: 

 Natural Homeopathic medicines for Calcaneal spur are very strong and powerful in treating the condition. Homeopathic medicines, which are completely safe to use, help in both relieving the pain in heels due to spurs and also in dissolving the spurs, thus providing treatment for calcaneal spurs. 

 Calcarea Flour: 

 One of the best homeopathic remedies for calcaneal flour treatment is Calcarea flour. It is the most effective natural Homeopathic medicines with the best healing power to dissolve the calcaneal spur. This homeopathic remedy is of great help in all cases of calcaneal spur whether painful or not. Calcarea flour acts as the best resolving agent for calcaneal spur and is considered the first choice of homeopathic remedy in every case of the calcaneal spur. 

Ammonium Mur: 

 Ammonium Mur is a very beneficial natural Homeopathic medicine for the Calcaneal spur. This homeopathic remedy is of great help in decreasing the pain as well as dissolving the spur. Apart from specific worsening of pain on walking, the person also complains of pain in morning. A few people needing Ammonium Mur may get relief by slight rubbing of the heel. The pain can be stitching or tearing in nature for using Ammonium Mur. 

Rhus-tox:

 Homeopathic medicine Rhus-tox is the top natural remedy for pain in the heel on standing due to calcaneal spur. Homeopathic medicine Rhus-tox also helps in repairing the muscles and ligaments covering the heel bone, thus preventing further heel damage. Its next action is to dissolve the spur. Rhus-tox thus acts in three spheres for Calcaneal Spur patients- pain relief, strengthening the muscles or ligaments, and dissolving the spur. The pain narrated by the person on standing is ost of the times stitching in character. The person may feel the pain as being similar to that caused by a splint. Another expression used may be a pain as from a nail under the skin. 

Aranea Diadema: 

 Aranea Diadema is considered among the top natural homeopathic medicines for Calcaneal Spur treatment. This Homeopathic remedy is best for getting rid if digging and boring type of pains in the heel. The pain may alternate with a numb feeling in the heel. An extreme sensitivity to cold air can also be predominantly present. 

Aurum Met: 

 The pain in the heel at night due to Calcaneal Spur is best relieved by natural Homeopathic remedy Aurum Met. It is very appropriate and efficient Homeopathic medicine to get rid of night pain in heel arising because of the spur. 

Mezereum: 

 For patients complaining of pain in the heel spur when touched, natural homeopathic medicine Mezereum is the best remedy. Mezereum is of great help in treating the heel spur pain that worsens by touching. The patient may show an increased sensitivity to cold air. 

Ruta: 

 The tendon that connects the calf muscle the calf present in the back of the leg to heel is known as Tendo Achilles. For patients who have pain in heel due to Calcaneal Spur with the extension of pain in tendon Achilles, the best homeopathic remedy for relief is Ruta. Ruta is of great help in bony and tendon complaints. 

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Heel pain Homeopathic treatment

                  Heel pain cure with Homeopathic

   Pain in the heel is one of the most common ailment od the foot. The most common form of heel pain at the bottom of the heel. It tends to occur with no apparent reason and is often worse when the first placing weight on the foot. The patient often complains of pain in the morning, or often getting up to stand after sitting for a while. The pain can be sharp, shooting pain or present as a tearing feeling at the bottom of the heel. As the condition progresses, there may be a throbbing pain or there may be soreness of that radiates up the back of the leg. Pain may also radiate into the arch of the foot. To understand the cause of the pain one must understand the anatomy of the foot and some basic mechanics in the functioning of the foot. A thick ligament, called the plantar fascia, is attached to the bottom of the heel and spread out into the ball of the foot, attaching to the base of the toes. The plantar fascia is made of dense, fibrous connective tissue that will stretch very little. 

  It acts as a shock absorber. As the foot presses the ground with each step, it flattens out, lengthening the foot, making the plantar fascia stretch slightly. When the heel comes off the ground, the tension on the ligament is released. The force from above tends to make the foot elongate, making flat the foot. Pain can result when these tissues become irritated or inflamed, or when small spurs grow on the heel bone. Adults, regardless of occupation or activity level, develop heel pain most frequently. 

Commonly recognized types of Heel pain: 

Plantar Fascitis: 

  Plantar fasciitis, also known as heel pain syndrome, is an inflammation of the plantar fascia at the bottom of the foot. The inflammation of plantar fascia at its origin at the heel bone causes the classic symptom of pain at the bottom and side of the heel. In course of infection and inflammation, the plantar fascia gets tightened as a course of natural protection mechanism to avoid movement and thus pain. When it is stretched against natural tightness, it pains. The plantar fascia resists this force. If there is more force on the plantar fascia than it can handle, one of two things that can happen is either tiny plantar fascia fibers tear, or it pulls too strongly on the heel bone. The injury of the plantar fascia begins a process of heel inflammation. Inflammation is characterized by swelling but this is not so visible in plantar fasciitis. Some of the inflammatory fluids brought to an injured area stimulate pain nerves. 

 This is nature's way of slowing down after an injury to allow the tissues to heal. Heel pain syndrome can be caused by shoes with heels that are too low, a thinned out fat pad in the heel area, or from a sudden increase in activity. Some of the factors to plantar fasciitis include flat foot, pronated feet, high-arched feet, inappropriate shoes, running on the toe or hill-running, running on sand, and aging. 

Calcaneal spurs (calcium spurs):

  The abnormal stress placed on the attachment of the plantar fascia to the heel usually causes pain, inflammation, and swelling. If this process continues the plantar fascia partially tears away from the heel. The body will fit this torn area with calcium, developing it as a bone, resulting in a heel spur. Constant abnormal pulling of the plantar fascia irritates the heel bone and the body lays down a bone spur a protective mechanism. The projection or growth of bone may be called a spur and it grows where the muscles of the foot attach to the bone. While some heel spurs are painless, others that are determined are the cause of chronic heel pain and may be required medical treatment or surgical removal. When small tears occur, a very small amount of bleeding may occur. pain experienced in the bottom of the heel is not produced by the presence of the spur. The pain is due to excessive tension of the plantar fascia as it tears from its attachment into the heel bone and not from the spur. Heel spur formation is secondary to the excessive pull of the plantar fascia. Many people have heel spurs at the attachment of the plantar fascia without having any symptoms or pain. The Spurs may not appear on the X- rays of patients who do not have any heel pain. If a spur exists, it is only a shelf of bone rather than a small, sharp protrusion. If a nerve is initiated by the spur or inflamed due to swollen fascia the pain may radiate into the arch of the ankle. 

Achilles tendonitis: 

    Another heel problem faced mainly by athletes is Achilles tendonitis. Overstretching, the Achilles tendon causes a burning sensation behind the heel. The Achilles tendons are the very largest, the tough tissue found in lower legs and connect the calf muscles to the heel. The calf muscles are responsible for strengthening the feet at the ankles when walking. When the calf muscle is tight, it limits the movement of the ankle joint. When ankle joint motion is limited by the tightness of the calf muscle, it forces the subtalar joint to pronate excessively. Excessive subtalar joint pronation can cause several different problems to occur in the foot. Exercise, such as walking or jogging will cause the calf muscle to tighten. Inactivity or prolonged rest will also cause the calf muscle to tighten. Women who wear high heels and men who wear western style cowboy boots will, over time, develop tightness in the calf muscles. Support beneath the heel providing proper shock absorption and anatomical balance helps alleviate this pain. 

Pronation and supination: 

 Pronation can cause the plantar fascia to be excessively stretched and inflamed. While pronated the foot rolls inward, causing a break down of the inner side of the shoe, the arch falls excessively, and this causes an abnormal stretching of the relatively inflexible plantar fascia, which in turn pulls abnormal hard on the heel. In pronation, the foot collapses and becomes very flexible. This flexibility allows the foot to adapt to changes in terrain. As the opposite foot swings by the planted foot, the foot begins to supinate into a foot rigid enough to support push-off. A supinated foot is very stable and not prone to plantar fasciitis. The pathology occurs with"supination" is the rolling of the foot outward, causing a breakdown of the outer side of the shoe. Supinated feet are relatively inflexible, usually have a high arch and a short or tight plantar fascia. Thus, as weight is transferred from the heel to the remainder of the foot, the tight plantar fascia does not stretch at all and pulls with great force on its attachment to the heel. 

Symptoms & signs of Heel bone pain: 

 Pain in the heel can result in a number of factors. Abnormalities of the skin, nerves, bones, blood vessels and soft tissues of the heel can all result in pain, because of walking and daily movement we are always at risk for injury or trauma to the heel area. Common causes of pain in the heel include blisters and corns. Plantar fasciitis, inflammation of the "bowstring-like" tissue in the sole of the foot stretching from the heel to the front of the foot, is one condition commonly associated with heel pain. Sometimes diseases that affect other areas of the body, like peripheral vascular disease or arthritis, can also arthritis, can also result in pain in the foot or heel. Sever's disease is a cause of heel pain in children that results from injury to the growth plate of the heel bone. Treatments for heel pain depend on the particular cause. 
. Inflammation
. Swelling
. Discomfort
. Tenderness on heel region
. Redness and heat

  In allopathy, heel pain is treated with anti-inflammatory drugs. These medications cannot be taken by patients who are allergic to aspirin or suffering from ulcers. Injections of a mixture of local anesthetic and cortisone. Although relief of pain and inflammation is usually very good with injections, this treatment does not treat the cause of the problem. Multiple injections in the same location can weaken the tissue and cause atrophy of the tissue and fat in the heel area. Instantly killing the pain with painkiller tablet and injection is like putting off the light when you don't want to see the things, surely the day will come to light up where you cannot switch off the pain. 
 Surgery is used when conservative measures have not been successful or as a last resort. Homeopathic approach heel pain homeopathy is the finger-post on the crossroads of healing which directs the way to the safe and permanent cure. Homeopathy works towards nature. All homeopathy medicine is proved in human beings. It is very much refined. Homeopathy has no side-effects. It is very safe, effective and easy way to attain a cure. 

Prevention or self-care measure of heel pain: 

 Avoid sports and other activities while healing. Avoid uneven walking surfaces or stepping on rocks as much as possible relax and walk; relax and stand, begin exercise programmer slowly; don't go too far or too fast. Avoid going barefoot on a hard surface. Stand on your toes at full stretch with supports on hands. Do this type of exercise up to 10 times. Try gentle calf stretches for 20 t0 30 seconds on each leg. This is best done barefoot, leaning forward towards a wall with one foot forward and one foot back. All exercise should be done slowly and the posture should be maintained for some time for efficacy before stepping down after sleeping or resting, make movements of toes and ankle on all the way to warm up and relax the foot. 

Weight Reduction:

 Decreasing pressure on the heel by reducing body weight can often be quite beneficial when it is appropriate and indicated. 

Diet: 

 In case of arthritis and bone disorders, treatment can be supplemented with calcium vitamin-D, vitamin-C, hormonal replacement, and exercise balanced diet with greens, dates, cereals, vegetables, dairy products, meat, egg, and fruits ensure an adequate supply of calcium and minerals. For vitamin-C fruits like orange, lemon, gooseberry, tomatoes, potatoes, and vegetables. It is also necessary to absorb iron from meat. 

Shoes: 

 Wear shoes with heels made from soft rubber instead of leather and replace them regularly. Footwear selection is an important criterion when treating heel pain. The right shoes can play a major role in relieving discomfort. 

Heel cushions: 

 These are usually of very little value the heel pain was caused by a bruised. In exercises are most effective. Night splints also give some relief. 
.Rest as much as possible
. Apply ice on painful areas for at least 10 to 15 minutes twice a day
.Regular foot massage
. Avoid going barefoot
. Add calcium to diet
. Diathermy
. A splint is worn at night
. Checking posture and walking style
. Analgesics/Anti-inflammatory medicines also help in when in severe pain. 
. Wear proper fitting shoes
. In case someone needs to wear heels then use heel cup/heel pads to support feet
. Maintaining healthy weight can help in reducing pressure on the heel. 
. A healthy balanced diet can be beneficial
. Always stretch and warm-up before exercising
. Maintaining flexible and strong muscles in calves, ankles,, and feet can prevent some types of heel pain. 

Some Homeopathic remedies:

  Ammonium mur : 

 Ammonium mur is a very beneficial natural homeopathic medicine for the calcaeal spur. Pain in the heel on walking. This homeopathic remedy is of great help in decreasing the pain in the heel on walking due to calcaneal spur. Ammonium Mur helps in decreasing the pain as well as dissolving the spur. Apart from specific worsening of pain on walking, the person also complains of pain in morning. A few people needing Ammonium Mur may get relief by slight rubbing of the heel. The pain can be stitching or tearing in nature. 

Aranea Diadema: 

 Aranea Diadema is considered top homeopathic medicines for calcaneal spur treatment. This homeopathic remedy is best for getting rid of digging and boring type of pains in the heel. The pain may alternate with a numb feeling in the heel. An extreme sensitivity to cold air can also be predominantly present. 

Aurum Met:

 Pain in the heel at night, pain in the heel at night due to calcaneal spur is best relieved by Aurum Met. 

 Calcarea Flour: 

  It is an excellent remedy for the calcaneal spur. It is the most effective homeopathic medicine with the best healing power to dissolve the calcaneal spur. This homeopathic remedy is of great help in all cases of calcaneal spur whether painful or not. Calcarea Flour acts as the best resolving agent for calcaneal spur and is considered the first choice of homeopathic remedy in every case of the calcaneal spur. It is considered a specific for this condition. 

Mezereum: 

 Pain by touching, for patients complaining of pain in heel spur when touched, Mezereum is the best remedy. Mezereum is of great help in treating the heel spur pain that worsens by touching. The patient may show an increased sensitivity to cold air. 

Rhus- Toxicodendron: 

 Rhus-tox is the to remedy pain in the heel on standing due to calcaneal spur. Homeopathic medicine Rhus-tox also helps in repairing the muscles and ligaments covering the heel bone, thus preventing further heel damages. Its next action is to dissolve the spur. Rhus-tox thus acts in three spheres for calcaneal spur patients- pain relief, strengthening the muscles or ligaments, and dissolving the spur. The pain is stitching in character. The person may feel the pain as being similar to that caused by a splint. Another expression used may be a pain as from a nail under the skin. 

Ruta Graveolens: 

 pain in heel extending to Achilles tendon. The tendon that connects the calf muscle present in the back of the leg to heels is known as Tendo Achilles. For patients who have pain in heel due to calcaneal spur with the extension of pain in Tendo Achilles, the best homeopathic remedy for relief is Ruta.  Ruta is of great help in bony and tendon complaints. 

Thyroid disorder and their Homeopathic management

          Thyroid disorder and their Homeopathic                                    management

 Thyroid disorders are a condition that affects the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland in the front of the neck. The thyroid has important roles to regulate numerous metabolic processes throughout the body. Different types of thyroid disorders affect either its structure or function. 

 The thyroid is one of the body's most important glands. Thyroid dysfunction is one of the most common clinical condition seen frequently. Thyroid function influences energy formation, circulation, immune function, the metabolism of all the organs, blood sugar regulation, emotional stability, and hormonal balance. The thyroid controls the overall metabolic rate of the body, hence imbalance of thyroid hormones can have an intense effect on an individual's energy levels. Sometimes the disturbances are very and easily diagnosed. Often though, they can be rather delicate and easily overlooked. 

 The function of the thyroid gland is regulated by a feedback mechanism involving the brain. When thyroid hormone levels are low, the hypothalamus in the brain produces a hormone known as thyrotropin releasing hormone(TRH) that causes the pituitary gland (located at the base of the brain) to release thyroid stimulating hormone(TSH). TSH stimulates the thyroid gland to release more T4. Since the thyroid gland is controlled by the pituitary gland and hypothalamus, disorders or these tissues can also affect thyroid function and cause thyroid problems. 

 Specific kinds of Thyroid Disorders: 

 There are the specific kinds of thyroid disorders: 

. Hypothyroidism
. Hyperthyroidism
. Goiter
. Thyroid Nodules
. Thyroid cancer

Thyroid Disease: 

 Thyroid disease is a common problem that can cause symptoms because of over or under-function of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is an essential organ for producing thyroid hormones, which maintain body metabolism. The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck. Thyroid disease can also sometimes lead to enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neck, which can cause symptoms that are directly related to the increase in the size of the organ (such as difficulty swallowing and discomfort in front of the neck). 

Hypothyroidism:

 Hypothyroidism results from the thyroid gland producing an insufficient amount of thyroid hormone. It can develop from problems within the thyroid gland, pituitary gland, or hypothalamus. Symptoms of hypothyroidism  include: 
. Fatigue, Dry skin
. Poor concentration or feeling mentally"foggy"
. Constipation
. Feeling cold
. Fluid retention
. Muscles and joint aches
. Depression
. Prolonged or excessive menstrual bleeding in women. 

Some common causes if hypothyroidism includes: 

. Hashimoto's thyroiditis(an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation of the thyroid gland)
. Thyroid hormones resistance
. Other types of thyroiditis (inflammation of the thyroid), such as acute thyroiditis and postpartum thyroiditis. 

Hyperthyroidism:

 Hyperthyroidism describes the excessive production of thyroid hormone, a less common condition than hypothyroidism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism usually relate to increased metabolism. In mild cases, there may not be apparent symptoms. Symptoms and signs of hyperthyroidism can include. 

. Tremor
. Nervousness
. Fast heart rate
. Fatigue
. Intolerance in bowel movements
. Increase sweating
. Concentration problems
. Unintentional weight loss.

Some of the most common causes of hyperthyroidism:

. Grave's disease
. Toxic multinodular goiter
. Thyroid nodules that overexpress thyroid hormone(known as hot nodules)
. Excessive iodine consumption. 

Goiter: 

 A goiter simply describes an enlargement of the thyroid gland, regardless of cause. A goiter is not a specific disease per se. A goiter may be associated with hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, or normal thyroid function. 

Thyroid Nodules: 

 Nodules are limps or abnormal masses of the thyroid. Nodules can be caused by benign cysts, benign tumors, or less commonly by cancers of the thyroid. Nodules may be single or multiple and can vary in size. If nodules are excessively large, they may cause symptoms related to compression of nearby structures. 

Thyroid Cancer:

 Thyroid cancer is far more common among adult women than men or youth, about 2/3 of cases occur in people under age 55. There are different kinds of thyroid cancer, depending upon the specific cell type within the thyroid that has become cancerous. Most cases of thyroid cancer have a good prognosis and high survival rate, especially when diagnosis in its early stages.

How are thyroid disorders diagnosed?

 In addition to thorough medical history and physical exam, specialized tests are used to diagnose thyroid disorders. 

Blood tests are typically done to measure levels of thyroid hormones and TSH. Blood tests to identify antibodies against thyroid tissue may also be ordered by your doctors, such as titers of anti-thyroglobulin, anti-thyroperoxidase, or TSH receptor stimulating antibodies. 

 Imaging tests are commonly used when thyroid nodules or enlargement are present. Ultrasound can visualize the consistency of the tissue within the gland and can often reveal cysts or calcification. Ultrasound examination cannot distinguish a benign from a malignant process. 

Thyroid scans using radioactive iodine are often performed to evaluate the function of thyroid nodules. The thyroid is the only location un the body that takes up iodine, so when radioactively labeled iodine is given, it is taken up by the thyroid gland. An imaging test typically shows uptake of radioactive iodine by normal thyroid tissue. Areas or nodules that are producing the excess hormone (referred to as hyperfunctioning) will show an increased uptake of iodine by normal thyroid tissue. These are referred to as "hot" nodules or areas. By contrast, so-called cold nodules represent areas with decreased iodine uptake. "Cold" nodules do not produce excess hormone and can sometimes represent cancer. Fine needle aspiration and biopsy are techniques that remove a sample of cell or tissue from the thyroid gland for examination and diagnosis by a pathologist, who is a physician trained in the diagnosis of condition based on tissue samples. 

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) uses a long, thin needle to withdraw a sample of cells from thyroid. FNA can be performed in the doctor's office. Sometimes, ultrasound imaging is used to guide the FNA  procedure. A biopsy is the surgical sampling of a tissue. 

Thyroid Medications: 

 Medications can be given to replace the missing thyroid hormone in hypothyroidism. Synthetic thyroid hormone is given in pill form by mouth. When hyperthyroidism is present, medications can be used to decrease the production of thyroid hormone or prevent its release from the gland. Other medications can be given to help manage the symptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as increased heart rate if hyperthyroidism is not controlled with medications, radioactive ablation can be performed. Ablation involves giving doses of iodine labeled with radioactivity that selectively destroys the thyroid tissue. 

Thyroid Surgery: 

 Surgery can be used to remove a large goiter or hyperfunctioning nodules within the gland. Surgery is necessary when there is a possibility of thyroid cancer. If the thyroid gland is removed entirely, the individual will need to take synthetic thyroid hormone for life. Thyroid surgery can also be used in Grave's Disease (subtotal thyroidectomy) and was the treatment of choice prior to RAI therapy and anti-thyroid medication it is not used much now. 

The outlook for thyroid disorders?

 In most cases, thyroid disorders can be well managed with medical treatment and are not life threating. Some conditions may require surgery. The outlook for most people with thyroid cancer is also good, although patients with thyroid cancer that has spread throughout the body have a poorer prognosis. 

Thyroid disorders symptoms: 

 Thyroids disease is a common problem that can cause symptoms because of over-or producing thyroid hormones, which maintain body metabolism. The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck. Thyroid disease can also sometimes lead to enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neck, which can cause symptoms that are directly related to the increase in the size of the organ (such as difficulty swallowing and discomfort in front of the neck). 

Symptoms of the thyroid problems: 

 Just as the types of thyroid conditions can vary, so can the symptoms of thyroid problems. Common symptoms of thyroid disease: 

. Nervousness and termor: These symptoms, along with agitation, can singles an over function of the thyroid gland(hyperthyroidism).
. Mental fogginess and poor concentration: Mental functioning can be affected by both hyperthyroidism(elevated levels of thyroid hormones) and hypothyroidism(too low levels of thyroid hormones). While sluggishness and depressed mood are often associated with hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism can also lead to a reduced capacity for concentration. 
. Menstrual changes: Hypothyroidism is something associated with excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding, while hyperthyroidism can be characterized by scanty or reduced menstrual flow. 
. Feeling bloated: Fluid retention is often a sign of an underactive thyroid gland. 
. Racing heartbeat: An increased heart rate(tachycardia)
. Aches and pains: Muscle aches and pain can accompany different types of thyroid problems. 
. Weight gain: A modest amount of weight gain often accompanies conditions in which thyroid gland activity is lower than normal.
. High cholesterol levels: An increase in blood cholesterol levels can occur in individuals with hypothyroidism. 
. Heat intolerance: People with an overactive thyroid gland often complain of intolerance to higher temperatures. 
. Feeling cold: Conversely, those with an under-functioning thyroid may feel constantly cold. 

Homeopathic Approach to thyroid problems: 

 Homeopathy considers a disease to result from emotional distress and frustration, which blocks the life force energy into various different organs. Homeopathy considers thyroid problem as one such autoimmune glandular dysfunction. Homeopathy offers a better chance of a cure since the treatment is based on the person's  individual constituents of the thyroid. Conventional treatment of thyroid dysfunction relies mainly on drugs and surgery, whereas homeopathic treatment of thyroid improves the function of the thyroid gland through natural means. Homeopathic remedies work by stimulating the body's own healing power. Homeopathic remedies stimulating the body to reactive the hormone secretions, replenish and restore the thyroid tissue through the pituitary and other glands as a whole allowing the body to heal itself. 

Thus, homeopathic remedies will help boost your energy, improve circulation, and sooth metabolism by balancing"hypo" or "hypo" thyroid function. To conclude, homeopathy heals by finding and curing the roots of the disease. It has a cleansing effect and stimulates thyroid activity by implementing a general regulating influence on the thyroid. Hence, for a safe, natural, effective, and long-lasting answer to your thyroid problems, consider homeopathy. 

Homeopathic remedies for Hypothyroidism: 

Calcarea Carb: 

  Homeopathic medicine Calc-Carb assumes the topmost position in homeopathy for treating hypothyroid cases. It is one of the best remedies for hypothyroidism. It uses is highly recommended for obese people who are always chilly and cannot tolerate cold air. The patient requiring this medicine is fair complex, fatty and flabby. Excessive sweating on the head is a leading feature for its use in a hypothyroid patient. Certain peculiarities in eating habits like craving for boiled eggs, desire for indigestible things like chalk, pencil, lime, and aversion to taking fats also guide towards its use in patients with hypothyroidism. This homeopathic medicine for hypothyroidism can also help in relieving constipation in hypothyroid patients the peculiar feature is that the first part of stool is hard and is followed by soft stool. 
  This medicine proves to be very efficacious in women with hypothyroidism who duffer from very profuse menses that continue for long durations and occur earlier than the expected date. 

Sepia: 

  Sepia officinalis is also a significant homeopathic medicine for treating the hypothyroid patients. The patients requiring this medicine are very weak, have a pale yellow face and faint very easily especially on exposure to excessive cold temperature. Such patients lack vital heat of the body and feel excessively chilly even in a warm room. This medicine can help in treating the menstrual complaints in patients with hypothyroidism where the menses appear too early and are copious in nature. The menstrual complaints are always accompanied by bearing down sensations in the pelvis where the patient feels as if the pelvic organs will come out through the vulva and always sit with cross legs to prevent the escape. Constipation in hypothyroid patients. The patients requiring this medicine complain of very hard and difficult stool that is passed in small balls with excessive pain during the passing the stool process that continues for a long time after the stool. The mental symptoms that are to be considered for its use in the hypothyroid patient are extreme irritability and indifferent behavior towards family members who were earlier very much loved. 

Lycopodium Clavatum: 

 This is an excellent homeopathic thyroid remedy. This homeopathic medicine is mainly prescribed to those patients with hypothyroidism who suffer from gastric troubles. There is excessive flatulence in the abdomen with acidity that is mainly worse after taking farinaceous food. The complaints are mainly worse from 4 to 8. There is constipation with difficult, hard, incomplete stool. The person craves hot drinks and hot food, craving for sweets may also be found. The person is very weak with yellowish face and blue circles around eyes. The excessive hair falling on a hypothyroid person can be wonderful tackled with this medicine use. 

Graphites: 

 Graphities is mainly used for those patients with hypothyroidism who very obese and take on cold very easily. Long-Standing constipation where the stool is hard and passes with great difficulty in lumps can be treated with this medicine. Such patients also complain of fullness in the abdomen due to obstruction of flutes and desire to loosen the clothing to get relief. Mentally the patient is very depressed, sad and weeps easily on listening to music. Timidity and inability to take decisions may also be present. 

Nux- Vomica: 

 Nux-vomica is a wonderful homeopathic remedy mainly prescribed for those patients od hypothyroidism who are extremely temperamental by nature and get offended very easily, such people are very sensitive to all external impressions. This medicine works wonderfully in treating obstinate constipation in hypothyroid patients. The stool is scanty and unsatisfactory where the patient feels constant urge to pass stool but with the little evacuation. Bloated feeling in the stomach after eating is also present. There is an excessive desire for stimulants like alcoholic drinks and coffee; fatty food and spicy food. A patient is very chilly. This medicine can also help those women with hypothyroidism who complain of prolonged menses where the menstrual blood is blackish and accompanied by fainting spells. 

Medicines for Hyperthyroidism: 

Iodium: 

 Iodium is one of the best natural homeopathy medicines for treating hyperthyroidism. This homeopathic remedy is mainly prescribed for patients if hyperthyroidism who lose weight quickly despite having a good appetite. Such patients need something to eat at very short intervals and always feel better while eating. Feeling the excessive heat in the body and wanting to stay in a cool environment are the other symptoms. Mentally the person is very anxious about present issues and not about future. 

Natrum Muriaticum: 

 Nat-Mur is a natural homeopathic medicine used for treating hyperthyroidism mainly for patients who are irritated very easily and get upset over little things. Ths person remains depressed with weeping when alone and it always gets aggravated when someone tries to console. The persons requiring this medicine feel very hot and cannot bear the heat of the sun. They suffer from severe headaches when exposed to the sun. An unusual craving for salt in excess is always in a person who is recommended this homeopathic medicine. Another important symptom guiding towards using the homeopathic remedy. Nat-Mur is when a hyperthyroid patient keeps on losing weight despite having regular and proper meals. The person looks very weak, especially around the neck region. The patients feel very weak especially in the morning when in bed. The heart rate always remains on the higher side. This natural homeopathic medicine can also help in regularising the menstrual cycle in women with hyperthyroidism whose menses remain suppressed for too long. 

Lachesis: 

 Homeopathic medicine Lachesis is of great help for patients if hyperthyroidism who suffer from the sensation of the body feeling extremely hot. Such patients cannot wear tight clothes and always keep their collar around the neck and the belt around the waist loose. For the prescription of this natural homeopathic medicine, the mental symptoms that are usually considered are sadness with an aversion to doing any kind of work. The person does not wish to mix up and wants to go somewhere alone. Excessive talkativeness is a leading mind symptom for the use of homeopathic medicine Lachesis. It is also the homeopathic remedy for women of menopause age suffering from hyperthyroidism. The women complain of excessive hot flushes and palpitations. The menstrual flow is very less and the duration is also short. Feeling of wellness during menses is an important feature for its use in women. Another leading feature is a complaint of pounding of heart or palpitation with episodes of fainting.

Phosphorus: 

 Phosphorus is another top natural homeopathic medicine for treatment for hyperthyroidism. This homeopathic remedy is of great help for all tall and thin patients who are very sensitive to external impressions like touch, odor, light. This homeopathic medicine can be used for treating longstanding diarrhea in patients with hyperthyroidism. The patient complains of very profuse and offensive stool with the weakness of extreme degree. The appetite of such person increases and they feel hungry immediately after eating. Another sphere where this medicine proves to be useful in patients with hyperthyroidism is in controlling excessive hair fall where the patient complains of falling of hair in bunches. Certain peculiar eating habits also give a hint in using this medicine in hyperthyroid patients like a craving for meat, salty things, cold drinks, and ice creams. 

Conium Maculatum: 

 Conium Maculatum is a very beneficial natural homeopathy remedy for patients with hyperthyroidism who are very depressed and do not take any interest in work. The patient gets irritated easily and suffers from the weakness of memory. This homeopathic medicine works well for patients who experience trembling in hands along with perspiration on hands. Conium Maculatum is also a useful homeopathic cure for perspiration problems faced by women due to hyperthyroidism where the menses appear late and that too for a short time and are very scanty in nature.